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    23552-1-0607 Page 1 DIRECT VENT GAS FIREPLACE HEA TER MODEL SERIES MILLIV OL T DVD32FP3(0,1,2,3)(N,P)-1 DVD36FP3(0,1,2,3)(N,P)-1 DVD42FP3(0,1,2,3)(N,P)-1 DVD48FP3(0,1,2,3)(N,P)-1 DIRECT IGNITION DVD32FP5(0,1,2,3)N-2 DVD36FP5(0,1,2,3)N-2 DVD42FP5(0,1,2,3)N-2 DVD48FP5(0,1,2,3)N-2 EFFECTIVE DA TE JUNE 2007 UL FILE NO. MH30033 INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIO[...]

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    23552-1-0607 Page 2 Important Safety Information ............................................................................................................................ 3 Safety Information for Users of LP Gas ............................................................................................................ 4 Requirements for Massach[...]

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    23552-1-0607 Page 3 DO NOT OPERA TE THIS APPLIANCE WITHOUT GLASS FRONT P ANEL INST ALLED Before enclosing the vent pipe assembly , operate the appliance to ensure it is venting pr operly . • Due to high temperatures the appliance should be located out of traffic and away from furniture and draperies. • The glass front or any part r emoved for [...]

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    23552-1-0607 Page 4 SOME POINTS T O REMEMBER NO ODOR DETECTED - ODOR F ADE LP-GAS W ARNING ODOR If a gas leak happens, you should be able to smell the gas because of the odorant put in the LP-Gas. That’ s your signal to go into immediate action! SAFETY INFORMA TION FOR USERS OF LP GAS Propane (LP-Gas) is a flammable gas which can cause fires an[...]

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    23552-1-0607 Page 5 REQUIREMENTS FOR MASSACHUSETTS For all side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment installed in every dwelling, building or structure used in whole or in part for residential purposes, including those owned or operated by the Commonwealth and where the side wall exhaust vent termination is less than seven (7) feet above ?[...]

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    23552-1-0607 Page 6 Instructions to Installer 1. Installer must leave instruction manual with owner after installation. 2. I nstal ler mus t have owner fill out and mail wa rrant y card supplied with the fireplace. 3. Installer should show owner how to start and operate the fireplace. This direct vent gas fireplace heater is designed to operate[...]

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    23552-1-0607 Page 7 Figure 1 Dim DVD32 DVD36 DVD42 DVD48 A 34" 864mm 37" 940 mm 43" 1092 mm 49" 1245 mm B 31" 787 mm 34" 864 mm 40" 1016 mm 46" 1 168 mm C 23 1/16" 585 mm 23 1/16" 585 mm 25 1/16" 636 mm 25 1/16" 636 mm D 35 5/8" 905 mm 35 5/8" 905 mm 37 5/8" 956 mm 37 5/8&qu[...]

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    23552-1-0607 Page 8 Mantel Chart (Figure 3) Figure 3 Clearances (Figure 4) Clearance from top front edge of fireplace to ceiling is 36" Clearance from side of fireplace to adjacent sidewall is 6". Figure 4 15” (381mm) TO P EDGE OF FIREPLACE 12” (305mm) 10” (254mm) MANTEL COMBUSTIBLE TRIM AND MANTELS ALLOWED IN SHADED AREA 4” 5?[...]

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    23552-1-0607 Page 9 Figure 6 T he gas pipeline can be brought in through the right or left side of the appliance. Consult the current National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 CAN/CGA-B149 (.1 or .2) installation code. Installing a New Main Gas Cock Each appliance should have its own manual gas cock. A manual main gas cock should be located in the vicini[...]

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    23552-1-0607 Page 10 Note : Discard insulation & retainer when using vertical venting off VERTICAL VENTING HORIZONT AL VENTING FLUE INSULA TION INSULA TION RET AINER INLET VENT COLLAR INLET VENT COLLAR FLUE OUTLET COLLAR FLUE COVER PLA TE (See note above) INLET VENT COVER PLA TE FLUE COVER PLA TE INLET VENT COVER PLA TE Note : It is recommended[...]

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    23552-1-0607 Page 1 1 Framing and Finishing 1. Choose unit location. 2. Frame in fireplace with a header across the top. It is important to allow for finished face when setting the depth of the frame. 3. Attach fireplace to frame using adjustable frame. Preset depth to suit facing material (adjustable to 1/2", 5/8" or 3/4" depths)[...]

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    23552-1-0607 Page 12 Note : For finishing to top of fireplace, refer to Figure 12. DVD32 DVD36 DVD42 DVD48 "A" 35 3/4" (908mm) 35 3/4" (908mm) 37 3/4" (959mm) 37 3/4" (959mm) "B" 34 3/8" (873mm) 37 3/8" (949mm) 43 3/8" (1 102mm) 49 3/8" (1254mm) "C" 16 3/8" (416mm) 16 3/8&[...]

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    23552-1-0607 Page 13 Flush W all Installation Figure 12 Combustible Surround Installation Figure 13 Attention: Cold climate installation recommendation: When installing this unit against a non-insulated exterior wall, it is recommended that the outer walls be insulated to conform to applicable insulation codes. V ent Runs (Figures 14, 15, 16, 17 an[...]

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    23552-1-0607 Page 14 HORIZONT AL ONL Y , STRAIGHT OUT THE BACK Figure 15 VER TICAL, 90° ELBOW TO HORIZONT AL OUT THE W ALL CORNER INST ALLA TION VER TICAL, 90° ELBOW TO HORIZONT AL OUT THE W ALL Figure 17 CORNER INST ALLA TION HORIZONT AL, 45° ELBOW TO HORIZONT AL OUT THE W ALL Figure 16 Figure 18 W ALL FIRESTOP/ THIMBLE DVD32 DVD36 DVD42 DVD48 [...]

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    23552-1-0607 Page 15 T o Use the V ent Graph (Figure 19) 1. Determine the height of the center of the horizontal vent pipe. Using this dimension on the Sidewall V ent Graph, locate the point it intersects with the slanted graph line. 2. From the point of this intersection, draw a vertical line to the bottom of the graph. 3. Select the indicated dim[...]

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    23552-1-0607 Page 16 Figure 21 Examples of possible venting systems using two (2) 90° elbows. V is listed as minimum vertical dimensions and H1 + H2 is listed as total of maximum horizontal dimensions. The maximum vertical and horizontal distances for two (2) 90° elbows as shown in Figure 22 is 20 feet (6.1M). Attention: Refer to Figure 19 for ad[...]

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    23552-1-0607 Page 17 MINIMUM HOLE LOCA TION DIMENSIONS FOR THROUGH THE W ALL HORIZONT AL INST ALLA TIONS WITH 90 DEGREE ELBOW OFF T OP OF FIREPLACE Positioning the Fireplace Determine the exact position of the appliance so the direct vent termination will be centered (if possible) between two (2) studs. This will avoid any extra framing. All vent k[...]

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    23552-1-0607 Page 18 Figure 26 Figure 27 Figure 28 24” 24” MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLES EXAMPLES - T OP VENT RUN[...]

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    23552-1-0607 Page 19 T o Use the V ent Graph (Figure 29) 1. Determine the height of the center of the horizontal vent pipe. Using this dimension on the Sidewall V ent Graph, locate the point it intersects with the slanted graph line. 2. F rom the poi nt of thi s in ter sec tio n, draw a vert ica l line to the bottom of the graph. 3. Select the indi[...]

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    23552-1-0607 Page 20 Figure 30 Figure 31 Figure 32 Figure 33 Model Maximum Pipe Length H1 DVD32 24" DVD36 24" DVD42 18" DVD48 N/A Model Maximum Pipe Length H1 DVD32 24" DVD36 24" DVD42 24" DVD48 6" EXAMPLES - REAR VENT RUN[...]

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    23552-1-0607 Page 21 T ermination clearance for buildings with combustible and noncombustible exteriors. V ertical Sidewall Installations Important! Minimum clearance between vent pipes and combustible materials is three (3") (76mm) on top, and (1 ") (25mm) on bottom and sides. Important! When vent termination exits through foundation les[...]

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    23552-1-0607 Page 22 Figure 35 A = *Clearance above grade, veranda, porch, deck or balcony [*12 inches (30cm) minimum] B = clearance to window or door that may be opened [*12 inches (30cm) minimum for appliances < 100,000 BTU/Hr (30kW) C = clearance to permanently closed window [minimum 12 inches (30cm) recommended to prevent condensation on win[...]

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    23552-1-0607 Page 23 I nstalling V ent Components (Figure 36) Begin the vent system installation by installing the first Simpson Duravent component, 90° elbow to the starting collars or straight pipe on the top of the appliance, then the straight pipe length and then horizontal or vertical termination kit. NO TE: A ll ou te r co nn ect io n j oi [...]

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    23552-1-0607 Page 24 Installing Support Brackets (Figure 37) A horizo nta l pip e su ppo rt MU ST BE used for eac h 3 f eet of hori zon tal run. The pipe supports should be placed around the pipe and nailed in place to framing members. There MUST BE a 3 inch clearance to combustibles above 6 5/8 inch diameter pipe and elbows and 1 inch clearance on[...]

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    23552-1-0607 Page 25 Figure 39 Figure 41 See Horizontal T ermination Page 26 and V ertical T ermination Pages 31-32. Figure 40 FRAMING AND FINISHING (continued)[...]

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    23552-1-0607 Page 26 NOTE: T ermination cap should pass through the wall firestop from the exterior of the building. Adjust the termination cap to its final exterior position on the building. W ARNING: T ermination cap must be positioned so that arrow is pointing up. Attach the termination cap with the four wood screws provided. Before attachment[...]

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    23552-1-0607 Page 27 CAUTION: Sharp edges, use protective gloves when installing. T ools Needed for Installation: Sheet metal snips 5/16” nut driver Phillips head screwdriver - #2 High temperature sealant or furnace cement rated for continuous use at 1,000 o F minimum Measuring tape Parts V erification See parts list on page 29 to verify compone[...]

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    23552-1-0607 Page 28 7. Remove outside mounting plate with tube attached from wall. Mark and cut the extra length of the 6 5/8” (168mm) diameter tube from the opposite end. Do not crimp or enlarge tube. 8. Attach the 4” (102mm) diameter flue outlet tube onto the rigid venting system or directly to fireplace. Ensure the 4” (102mm) diameter ?[...]

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    23552-1-0607 Page 29 Follow correct option according to venting method. Connecting Directly to Fir eplace If the air inlet and flue outlet tubes are to be connected directly to the unit (no rigid venting system is being used), then the gasket provided must be used to seal the 4” (102mm) flue outlet tube. Peel the paper off the self-adhesive gas[...]

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    23552-1-0607 Page 30 INST ALLA TION 1. Unpack vent components and check that all items are included. 2. Check to see that the vent spacer springs are located around the flue vent at 8" and 12" intervals along its length. See Figure A. If not, stretch the spacer springs to about 15" long and wrap them around the flue, then interlock[...]

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    23552-1-0607 Page 31 Locate and mark the center point of the vent pipe using a nail on the underside of the roof. Drive the nail through the center point. Mark the outline of the roof hole around this center point. NOTE: Size of the roof hole dimensions depend on the pitch of the roof. There must be a 1 inch clearance (25mm) to the vertical pipe se[...]

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    23552-1-0607 Page 32 NOTE: When installing this vent system in a chase, it is always good building practice to insulate the chase as you would the outside walls of your home. This is especially important for cold climate installations. Upon completion of building your chase framing, install the vent system by following the instructions in this manu[...]

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    23552-1-0607 Page 33 Before you begin: if you are installing logs into the DVD32 or DVD36 model then this fireplace is supplied with a set of five ceramic fiber logs. Do not handle these logs with your bare hands! Always wear gloves to prevent skin irritation from ceramic fibers. After handling logs, wash your hands gently with soap and water t[...]

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    23552-1-0607 Page 34 Figure 53 W arning: Failure to position the parts in accordance with this diagram or failure to use only parts specifically approved with this appliance may result in property damage or personal injury . Attention: Do not use Figure 53 or Figure 54 to order logs. Refer to parts list on page 45 and parts view on page 46 to orde[...]

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    23552-1-0607 Page 35 The OWNER should carefully read and follow these operating instructions at all times. Lower the door assembly to view the gas controls for the fireplace. Initial Lighting Upon completing the gas line or turning the gas valve on after it has been in the “OFF” position, a small amount of air will be in the lines. When first[...]

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    23552-1-0607 Page 36 ST ANDING PILOT OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS REMOTE/OFF/ON Switch The fireplace is equipped with a REMOTE/OFF/ON switch. A wire harness is attached to the REMOTE/OFF/ON switch. The red, black and green (wires) female push-ons attach to the REMOTE/ OFF/ON switch. At the opposite end of the wire harness, the black and green (wires) f[...]

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    23552-1-0607 Page 37 Figure 57 (OPTIONAL) THERMOST A T (OPTIONAL) W ALL SWITCH ST ANDING PILOT WIRING DIAGRAM[...]

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    23552-1-0607 Page 38 1. Stop! Read the safety information above. 2. Set REMOTE/OFF/ON switch to OFF . 3. T urn off all electric power to the appliance (if applicable). 4. Lower bottom louver assembly . 5. Push in gas control kn ob slig htly and turn cloc kwise to "OFF ." Note: Knob cannot be turned from "PILOT" to "OFF"[...]

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    23552-1-0607 Page 39 With proper installation and maintenance, your new Direct V ent Gas Fireplace will provide years of trouble-free service. If you do experience a pr oblem, refer to the T rouble Shooting Guide below . This guide will assist a qualified service person in the diagnosis of problems and the corr ective action to be taken. 1. Spark [...]

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    23552-1-0607 Page 40 DIRECT IGNITION WIRING DIAGRAM LED LIGHT LED LUMIÈRE BLACK NOIR GREEN VERT WHITE BLANC RED ROUGE BLACK NOIR GAS V AL VE V AL VE DE G AZ (OPTIONAL) W ALL SWITCH INTERRUPTEUR MURAL (F ACUL T A TIVE) 120 V AC LINE 120 V AC RTN JUNCTION BOX JONCTION BOÎTE SP ARK IGNITOR ÉTINCELLE ALLUMER (OPTIONAL) REMOTE CONTROL RECEIVER 120V ([...]

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    23552-1-0607 Page 41 1. Remove glass door and place away from the fireplace. 2. T urn on gas shut off valve. Follow ignition procedure. 3. If burner does not light after spark sequence has ended, use an insul ated jumper wire (see page 40) between terminal locati ons 12 and 13 for fast reset function. 4. Interrupt power for 5 seconds. The green in[...]

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    23552-1-0607 Page 42 With proper installation and maintenance, your new Direct Vent Gas Fireplace will provide years of trouble-free service. If you do experience a problem, refer to the troubleshooting guide below. This guide will assist a qualified serviceperson in the diagnosis of problems and the corrective action to be taken. Refer to page 41[...]

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    23552-1-0607 Page 43 1. T urn off the gas supply . 2. T urn off the electrical supply to the appliance if so equipped. 3. Remove top louver and lower bottom louver . 4. Remove glass frame assembly . 5. Remove logs from burner assembly . V AL VE CONVERSION 6. Remo ve pla sti c cap fro m regu lato r fitti ng. Unscre w fitti ng usi ng a 7/1 6" [...]

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    23552-1-0607 Page 44 PLEASE NOTE It is normal for appliances fabricated of steel to give off some expansion and/or contraction noise during the start up or cool down cycle. Similar noises are found with your furnace heat exchanger or car engine. It is not unusual for your gas fireplace to give off some odor the first time it is burned. This is du[...]

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    23552-1-0607 Page 45 USE ONL Y MANUF ACTURER’S REPLACEMENT P AR TS. USE OF ANY OTHER P ARTS COULD CAUSE INJUR Y OR DEA TH. INDEX NO. P AR T NUMBER DESCRIPTION DVD32 DVD36 DVD42 DVD48 1 R-7654 R-7654 R-7654 R-7654 FLUE INSULA TION 2 17425 17425 17425 17425 FLUE INSULA TION RET AINER 3 R-7566 R-7566 R-7566 R-7566 INLET VENT ADAPTOR 4 R-7573 R-7573 [...]

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    23552-1-0607 Page 46 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 14 15 15 30 33 34 35 31 44 45 41b 36 32 39 40b 48 50 37b 38 51 49 39 32 43 42 30 33 34 35 41a 31 36 37a 38 52 40a 52 22 23 24 26 27 22 25 26 29 28 14 13 13 13 13 8 9 10 1 1 12 16 19 20 21 17 18 DIRECT IGNITION BURNER ASSEMBL Y MILLIVOL T BURNER ASSEMBL Y 5 PIECE LOG ASSEMBL Y 4 PIECE LOG ASSEMBL Y 1 1 20 21 24 29 [...]

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    23552-1-0607 Page 47 Attention : Install blower assembly before connecting gas inlet supply line Note : Junction box on right side of fireplace must be pre-wire d at time of fireplace installati on for use with blower assembly . It is re com men ded that an ON /OF F wall switc h be ins tal led that will activate the power supply to the furnace by[...]

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    23552-1-0607 Page 48 110 VOLT AC JUNCTION BOX WHITE SPEED CONTROL F A N SWITCH GROUND BLACK F A N 1 F B B 4 BLOWER ASSEMBL Y COMPLETE 2 R7649 F AN CONTROL 3 R4192 SPEED CONTROL KNOB 4 R4186 SPEED CONTROL FBB4 OPTIONAL V ARIABLE SPEED BLOWER INST ALLA TION[...]

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    23552-1-0607 Page 49 CAUTION: ALL WIRING SHOULD BE DONE BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN AND SHALL BE IN COMPLIANCE WITH ALL LOCAL, CITY AND ST A TE BUILDING CODES. BEFORE MAKING THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION, MAKE SURE THA T MAIN POWER SUPPL Y IS DISCONNECTED. THE APPLIANCE, WHEN INST ALLED, MUST BE ELECTRICALL Y GROUNDED IN ACCOR - DANCE WITH LOCAL CODES O[...]

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    23552-1-0607 Page 50 The following accessory parts can be obtained from your Empire Comfort Systems dealer . If you need additional information beyond what your dealer can furnish, contact Empire Comfort Systems Inc., Nine Eighteen Freeburg A ve., Belleville, Illinois 62220-2623. Accessory Description Model Number Fan Kit This fan kit was designed [...]

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    23552-1-0607 Page 51 Parts can be ordered only through your service person or dealer . For best results, the service person or dealer should order parts through the distributor . Parts can be shipped directly to the service person/dealer . All parts listed in the Parts List have a Part Number . When ordering parts, first obtain the Model Number fr[...]

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    23552-1-0607 Page 52 SER VICE NOTES Empire Comfort Systems, Inc. 918 Freeburg A ve. Belleville, IL 62220 PH: 618-233-7420 or 800-851-3153 F AX: 618-233-7097 or 800-443-8648 info@empirecomfort.com www .empirecomfort.com[...]